Therapists in Wakefield, MA
I am a licensed clinical social worker with many years of experience. I provide psychotherapy to adolescent girls, young women and adults. My goal is to provide a safe, caring, and supportive environment to help my clients develop solutions to their distress, build confidence and develop a healthy sense of self.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with many years of experience. I provide psychotherapy to adolescent girls, young women and adults. My goal is to provide a safe, caring, and supportive environment to help my clients develop solutions to their distress, build confidence and develop a healthy sense of self.
I believe that attending to inner experience in the presence of a caring, well-trained, and interested therapist can lead to tangible life improvements. I'd like to work with you to improve your mood, outlook, and relationships. Therapy offers a rich and warm environment to get to know yourself and what it is you would most deeply like to have in your life. Equally importantly, therapy can then help you build the tools and resources (both internal and external) to transform your life.
I believe that attending to inner experience in the presence of a caring, well-trained, and interested therapist can lead to tangible life improvements. I'd like to work with you to improve your mood, outlook, and relationships. Therapy offers a rich and warm environment to get to know yourself and what it is you would most deeply like to have in your life. Equally importantly, therapy can then help you build the tools and resources (both internal and external) to transform your life.
My expertise in assessing and treating depression, anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem, combined with my experience in diverse settings—including healthcare, educational environments, and crisis intervention—enables me to offer tailored, effective support. Are you motivated to put in the effort required to achieve your goals and committed to making meaningful progress in your mental health and well-being? This proactive and engaged approach enhances the effectiveness of our work together and empowers you to take charge of your own story and create positive, lasting change in their lives.
My expertise in assessing and treating depression, anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem, combined with my experience in diverse settings—including healthcare, educational environments, and crisis intervention—enables me to offer tailored, effective support. Are you motivated to put in the effort required to achieve your goals and committed to making meaningful progress in your mental health and well-being? This proactive and engaged approach enhances the effectiveness of our work together and empowers you to take charge of your own story and create positive, lasting change in their lives.
My ideal client would be new to therapy, though motivated to change. I am aware of the challenges that come with seeking therapy and want to be a support to those who are hesitant with the process. Ideally, I would like a client who is self-aware, receptive to feedback, and willing to hold themselves accountable.
My ideal client would be new to therapy, though motivated to change. I am aware of the challenges that come with seeking therapy and want to be a support to those who are hesitant with the process. Ideally, I would like a client who is self-aware, receptive to feedback, and willing to hold themselves accountable.
It can be challenging and scary to seek counseling and to take the first steps toward desired change. Being aware of that, Latrese is grateful and eager about the opportunity to meet people where they are and to help them get to where they want to be.
It can be challenging and scary to seek counseling and to take the first steps toward desired change. Being aware of that, Latrese is grateful and eager about the opportunity to meet people where they are and to help them get to where they want to be.
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
My ideal client struggles with trauma-related symptoms that they are willing to engage in treatment for. They want to live a fulfilled life and realize their full potential.
My ideal client struggles with trauma-related symptoms that they are willing to engage in treatment for. They want to live a fulfilled life and realize their full potential.
I've spent over a decade working in mental health, and in that time I've shown up in some of the most challenging spaces this field has to offer. Instead of treating just symptoms, I prefer to understand the full picture of what people carry, but stories, survival strategies, and the very human ways we cope when life gets hard. But more than any credential or clinical setting, what I most want you to know is this: I genuinely care. Not in a scripted, checkbox kind of way. But in the way where I can sit across from someone in their hardest moment and already see who they're capable of becoming.
I've spent over a decade working in mental health, and in that time I've shown up in some of the most challenging spaces this field has to offer. Instead of treating just symptoms, I prefer to understand the full picture of what people carry, but stories, survival strategies, and the very human ways we cope when life gets hard. But more than any credential or clinical setting, what I most want you to know is this: I genuinely care. Not in a scripted, checkbox kind of way. But in the way where I can sit across from someone in their hardest moment and already see who they're capable of becoming.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you are a teen facing academic anxiety, an adult managing a major life transition like the birth of a child or a new medical diagnosis, or an older adult reflecting on your legacy, I am here to help. I offer a safe, virtual haven to clients across Massachusetts. It is a place where you can step away from the noise, learn skills to regulate your emotions, and rediscover a sense of peace. In our online sessions, your story is held with the utmost respect. My approach is tailored entirely to you.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you are a teen facing academic anxiety, an adult managing a major life transition like the birth of a child or a new medical diagnosis, or an older adult reflecting on your legacy, I am here to help. I offer a safe, virtual haven to clients across Massachusetts. It is a place where you can step away from the noise, learn skills to regulate your emotions, and rediscover a sense of peace. In our online sessions, your story is held with the utmost respect. My approach is tailored entirely to you.
My ideal client is someone who feels genuinely ready to embrace the challenging yet profoundly rewarding work of therapy. They understand that while therapy is not always easy, it offers meaningful and transformative benefits. This client recognizes that they are in control of their own life and that my role is to serve as a supportive guide and sounding board. My goal is to assist them in navigating their journey toward their desired outcomes, respecting their autonomy throughout the process.
My ideal client is someone who feels genuinely ready to embrace the challenging yet profoundly rewarding work of therapy. They understand that while therapy is not always easy, it offers meaningful and transformative benefits. This client recognizes that they are in control of their own life and that my role is to serve as a supportive guide and sounding board. My goal is to assist them in navigating their journey toward their desired outcomes, respecting their autonomy throughout the process.
In practice we will utilize various modalities to navigate individual challenges and needs. With every person and family I take a conversational approach to help individuals feel comfortable, and encourage discussing goals and priorities often. I am knowledgeable and comfortable working with a variety of client needs, including LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals, neurodivergent folks, and individuals navigating chronic illness. Depression, anxiety, and all mental health challenges can impact life in many ways, and create different challenges across all parts of life.
In practice we will utilize various modalities to navigate individual challenges and needs. With every person and family I take a conversational approach to help individuals feel comfortable, and encourage discussing goals and priorities often. I am knowledgeable and comfortable working with a variety of client needs, including LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals, neurodivergent folks, and individuals navigating chronic illness. Depression, anxiety, and all mental health challenges can impact life in many ways, and create different challenges across all parts of life.
My ideal client is an individual who is willing to participate in therapy. As a client, they are eager to identify their issues, needs, goals, and desires to better their lives. Someone who comes prepared each session to talk and is challenging oneself to be open and honest. I want to work with someone who believes in themselves. And one who does not give up on themselves or the therapeutic process.
My ideal client is an individual who is willing to participate in therapy. As a client, they are eager to identify their issues, needs, goals, and desires to better their lives. Someone who comes prepared each session to talk and is challenging oneself to be open and honest. I want to work with someone who believes in themselves. And one who does not give up on themselves or the therapeutic process.
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Are you or your child anxious? Terrified to do something you know you should be able to, but just can't? Is your child not doing well in school? Do they lack the support they need to succeed? Are they being bullied? Does your child never seem to listen or do what you say?
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Are you or your child anxious? Terrified to do something you know you should be able to, but just can't? Is your child not doing well in school? Do they lack the support they need to succeed? Are they being bullied? Does your child never seem to listen or do what you say?
My ideal client would be someone who is ready and willing to participate in treatment. I am comfortable with an array of different diagnoses and struggles. Their needs would include working towards tangible goals that we are able to breakdown in the treatment setting. They may want to work on self-esteem, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms etc. They would want to minimize their symptoms and improve everyday functioning. The goal would ultimately be to no longer need treatment as they have reached their goals.
My ideal client would be someone who is ready and willing to participate in treatment. I am comfortable with an array of different diagnoses and struggles. Their needs would include working towards tangible goals that we are able to breakdown in the treatment setting. They may want to work on self-esteem, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms etc. They would want to minimize their symptoms and improve everyday functioning. The goal would ultimately be to no longer need treatment as they have reached their goals.
Life has its ups and downs, and sometimes it helps to talk things through with someone outside your usual circle. I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can share what’s been weighing on you. I don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach, and I don’t follow any specific method too rigidly. My style is pretty relaxed, and I let the client set the pace.
Life has its ups and downs, and sometimes it helps to talk things through with someone outside your usual circle. I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can share what’s been weighing on you. I don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach, and I don’t follow any specific method too rigidly. My style is pretty relaxed, and I let the client set the pace.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of your direction, even when things look “fine” on the outside? I work with late adolescents and young adults (ages 16–35) navigating relationships, independence, and major life transitions. Many are juggling pressure from school, work, or relationships while struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or feeling stuck.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of your direction, even when things look “fine” on the outside? I work with late adolescents and young adults (ages 16–35) navigating relationships, independence, and major life transitions. Many are juggling pressure from school, work, or relationships while struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or feeling stuck.
Adulting is hard, no matter your age. Whether you are going through a life transition, a loss that changed everything, or are feeling the weight of your responsibilities and are feeling overwhelmed by them, we all need help sometimes.
Adulting is hard, no matter your age. Whether you are going through a life transition, a loss that changed everything, or are feeling the weight of your responsibilities and are feeling overwhelmed by them, we all need help sometimes.
My ideal client would be someone who has not had much success with counseling in the past but is very motivated to participate. I would love to work with a client who has struggled with depression, anxiety, some substance use, and has a history of trauma. I would work to help this client recognize how these issues are connected and perpetuate a cycle. I would also want to help them interrupt that cycle and set boundaries with themselves and in interpersonal relationships. I would work with this client to find healthy hobbies and coping skills while also challenging them.
My ideal client would be someone who has not had much success with counseling in the past but is very motivated to participate. I would love to work with a client who has struggled with depression, anxiety, some substance use, and has a history of trauma. I would work to help this client recognize how these issues are connected and perpetuate a cycle. I would also want to help them interrupt that cycle and set boundaries with themselves and in interpersonal relationships. I would work with this client to find healthy hobbies and coping skills while also challenging them.
Please note, as of 3/2026 my practice is full at this time. I offer IN-PERSON appointments in my office in Melrose. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience working with primarily women struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or loss, reproductive, fertility, or parenting stressors, pregnancy loss, life transitions, relationship issues, and adjustment to change. Many people come to therapy seeking support, understanding, and tools to manage stress in their lives. I want you to know that I welcome you and your process and I am so glad you have arrived here. After all, you can't fail therapy!
Please note, as of 3/2026 my practice is full at this time. I offer IN-PERSON appointments in my office in Melrose. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience working with primarily women struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or loss, reproductive, fertility, or parenting stressors, pregnancy loss, life transitions, relationship issues, and adjustment to change. Many people come to therapy seeking support, understanding, and tools to manage stress in their lives. I want you to know that I welcome you and your process and I am so glad you have arrived here. After all, you can't fail therapy!
My goal is to create a safe, comfortable space where you can talk openly and feel supported. Together, we’ll work through challenges and find ways to move forward. I help with issues like anxiety, depression, and personal growth. I have availability between 12pm to 9pm, depending on the day.
My goal is to create a safe, comfortable space where you can talk openly and feel supported. Together, we’ll work through challenges and find ways to move forward. I help with issues like anxiety, depression, and personal growth. I have availability between 12pm to 9pm, depending on the day.
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Number of Therapists in Wakefield, MA
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Wakefield, MA who prioritize treating:
| 96% | Anxiety |
| 96% | Social Anxiety |
| 96% | Health Anxiety |
| 96% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 93% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 82% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| 79% | Optum |
How Therapists in Wakefield, MA see their clients
| 73% | In Person and Online | |
| 27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 86% | Female | |
| 13% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |